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Environment America Blog

Earth Day feels a little different this year, and that’s putting it mildly. We’ve always faced significant environmental challenges, but the ones we’re confronting today are perhaps more serious and urgent than ever before. However, while things may look bleak today, there’s still a lot to be optimistic about, especially at the local level.

Let’s get the bad out of the way. Our air, water and open spaces are facing unprecedented and relentless attacks from a president and an administration that is intent on rolling back many of the cornerstone environmental protections we fought so hard for.

Looking at that sprawling yet somehow still incomplete list, it’s clear that we’re going to have to play a lot of defense over the next four years. That doesn’t mean that we can’t make meaningful progress at the same time, though, especially when it comes to renewable energy. And if you’re like me, you’re itching to do all you can to make it happen.

Here’s how you can make this Earth Day your most impactful and productive yet:

On Earth Day (Saturday, April 22), close to 500 communities around the world are hosting Marches for Science — you’ve probably seen the events on Facebook by now or heard about it on the news. The event in Washington, D.C. has close to 50,000 folks signed up as “interested,” with thousands more attending in cities across the country. Registering and finding your closest march is easy, and it’s a great way to affirm science as a democratic value and to support climate action. If you’re unable to march this weekend, you have another chance April 29th at the People’s Climate March.

It’s never been easier or more affordable to go solar. Over the past decade, the cost to install panels has dropped 60 percent, allowing more and more people to take advantage of the many benefits of solar energy. To see if going solar is right for you, check out EnergySage, a company trying to “make going solar as easy as booking a flight online.”

Make your voice heard by joining the conversation on social media.

The more that we can further the conversation on social media with our elected officials, community influencers, friends and family, the more successful we’ll be. Take a minute now to share what inspires you most:

While there’s certainly reason to feel overwhelmed by all we need to do to protect our environment this Earth Day, we can’t afford to stay silent. Every small action matters, whether it’s marching in the streets or sharing a Facebook post. We’re ready to act on climate, cut air and water pollution, and fight for a 100% renewable energy future — we hope you are too.